Decoy Anchors

Decoy anchor weights are essential for tethering any floating spread. Whether you set out a U, J, or X spread, your decoys must be rigged with anchor weights and decoy lines when you drop them into the water. Not only do weights keep your floating decoys from drifting too far in any direction, but they also allow slight movement that attracts ducks, geese, and other waterfowl. The typical weight size for anchoring duck decoys runs between 4 and 8 ounces, depending on the current and water depth. Use a 4-ounce weight in flooded vegetation fields, small ponds, and other still waters. Bump up to an 8-ounce weight in deep water, during strong winds, and when the current gets choppy. Duck decoy anchor systems and kits include everything you need for a rig that attracts mallards, specklebellies, and other birds on a water spread; grab a set of individual decoy anchor weights and crimps if you need to make adjustments to a pre-existing line. Keep your floating duck and waterfowl decoy spread organized for a productive hunt with the right anchors and weights for the situation.  

Frequently Asked Questions 

How do you use decoy anchors?

Setting up a decoy anchor rig is fairly simple. Just slide the anchor or weight to the end of the decoy line and tie it with your preferred knot; tie the other end of the line to the decoy and drop the anchor into the water. The anchor weight will sink to the bottom and keep the decoy in place.